Family Archives - Fit Bottomed Girls https://fitbottomedgirls.com/category/mamas/family/ Health + fitness that's feminist AF Fri, 20 Feb 2026 17:44:01 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 122404920 Mom Rage: Why It Happens and What It’s Really Trying to Tell You https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2026/02/mom-rage-why-it-happens-and-what-its-really-trying-to-tell-you-2/ Tue, 24 Feb 2026 10:00:39 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=317256 It often starts with the smallest things, and it can feel like it comes out of nowhere. Everything is going fine while I’m getting my kids out the door and ready for school. And then, slowly, it starts to build. For the hundredth time, I’m telling one of them to put their shoes on. My oldest suddenly remembers she forgot to do her homework, and the preschooler refuses to leave with the blue water bottle I gave him. He has to have the red one with animals on it instead. It just feels like never-ending chaos. Before I even realize…

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]]> 317256 Does Lifting Weights Stunt Growth in Kids? What Parents Need to Know https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/does-lifting-weights-stunt-growth-in-kids/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/does-lifting-weights-stunt-growth-in-kids/#comments Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:31 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=316915 A few weeks ago, I shared a short video of me deadlifting in my home gym with my 3-year-old toddler next to me, copying me with his own little barbell. It was one of those sweet moments I can’t help but share—I just love those bonding moments. Soon after, a parent messaged me: “Is that actually safe? I’ve always heard that weight training can stunt a child’s growth.” And you know what? It’s a valid concern. Because as parents, we want our kids to be active and healthy—but we also want them to be safe. So let’s talk about that…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2025/07/does-lifting-weights-stunt-growth-in-kids/feed/ 2 316915 13 Ways to Move More As a Family https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/ways-to-move-more-as-a-family/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/ways-to-move-more-as-a-family/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=314806 You guys know how fabulous (and mind-blowing) Katy Bowman and her work is right? (If not, this conversation with her is a great primer!) As a best-selling author, speaker, and a leader of the Movement movement, biomechanist Katy Bowman is changing the way we move and think about our need for movement. Her eight books, including the groundbreaking Move Your DNA, have been translated into more than a dozen languages worldwide. Basically, she’s a movement badass. And, with a new book — Grow Wild: The Whole-Child, Whole-Family, Nature-Rich Guide to Moving More — on the way later this spring (more…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2021/03/ways-to-move-more-as-a-family/feed/ 14 314806 Make-Ahead Easy Vegan Lasagna for the Whole Fam https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/01/make-ahead-easy-vegan-lasagna-for-the-whole-fam/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/01/make-ahead-easy-vegan-lasagna-for-the-whole-fam/#comments Wed, 15 Jan 2020 12:00:42 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=312545 Do you remember that post we did on being vegan and pregnant — and how much protein you need? Well, today, we have an example of a vegan lasagna recipe that is high in protein, full of veggies, and so tasty that the whole family will love it. Not to mention that it’s also something you can easily make ahead when you have time and then simply heat it up when you need dinner! This vegan lasagna recipe comes from The Everything Vegan Meal Prep Cookbook — which helps busy peeps learn how to prep an entire week’s worth of vegan…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2020/01/make-ahead-easy-vegan-lasagna-for-the-whole-fam/feed/ 3 312545 How to Help Your Kids Love Fitness https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/10/how-to-help-your-kids-love-fitness/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/10/how-to-help-your-kids-love-fitness/#comments Thu, 17 Oct 2019 11:00:38 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=311019 We all know how empowering it can be to work out and feel strong. And a key part of doing that, on the reg, is loving the workouts and exercise you’re doing. For tips on how to help your kids find that love and joy, we’ve got a guest post from Kim Holmes, an online fitness coach and founder of My Fit Coach. As a mom of two young sons herself, Kim helps busy working moms care for their bodies (and minds) through online fitness, nutrition, and mindset coaching. Check out and join her free Facebook community, The Fit Mama…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/10/how-to-help-your-kids-love-fitness/feed/ 5 311019 7 Budget-Friendly Tips for Your Next Family Vacation https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/04/7-budget-friendly-tips-for-your-next-family-vacation/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/04/7-budget-friendly-tips-for-your-next-family-vacation/#comments Tue, 30 Apr 2019 11:00:37 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=309735 Although I’m pretty homebound from now until the twins make their debut (also the reason why I’ll be Skyping in for this!), now that summer is just around the corner, I’m thinking of all the summer family vacations yet to come. Disney is always up there as a dream, along with any destination that has a beach or mountains (or, let’s be honest, wine!). However, with my family expanding from a party-of-three to a party-of-five, affordability is definitely a key factor for any future family vacay. And, I imagine I’m not alone in that need, huh, mamas? So! Without further…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/04/7-budget-friendly-tips-for-your-next-family-vacation/feed/ 1 309735 How to Simplify Healthy Living for You and Your Family https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/03/how-to-simplify-healthy-living-for-you-and-your-family/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/03/how-to-simplify-healthy-living-for-you-and-your-family/#comments Tue, 12 Mar 2019 11:00:20 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=309438 Arlene Santiago is a Transformational Health Coach and mom of three. She helps moms who struggle with time (because there’s never enough, right?!) and low energy to discover a life of confidence and vitality. Arlene also helps those over age 50 who want to prevent injury, improve balance, and mobility. And today she’s sharing ways to simplify healthy living — not only for you, but for your whole family, too!     Let’s face it — life with a list of to-dos and work is stressful. It can seem impossible to have a healthy lifestyle, even if you really, truly…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/03/how-to-simplify-healthy-living-for-you-and-your-family/feed/ 3 309438 Tips for Your Child’s First Swim Lesson https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/tips-for-your-childs-first-swim-lesson/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/tips-for-your-childs-first-swim-lesson/#comments Tue, 22 Jan 2019 12:00:56 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=309126 If you’ve been following us on Instagram (come check us out! @FitBottomedMama), you may seen a few posts or Insta stories about my daughter’s experience at Goldfish Swim School. (Spoiler: They let her try a few months of swim lessons on the house, and it’s been awesome!) Today, in addition to those behind-the-scenes glimpses, we’re sharing tips for your child’s first swim lesson, straight from Nicole Salmeto, general manager of Goldfish Swim School in Overland Park, Kan. 1. Get excited. Get your child fired up for their first swim lesson. Talk it up with them and express to them how much fun they…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2019/01/tips-for-your-childs-first-swim-lesson/feed/ 3 309126 75 Gluten-Free Snacks for Kids https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/12/75-gluten-free-snacks-for-kids/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/12/75-gluten-free-snacks-for-kids/#comments Tue, 11 Dec 2018 12:00:32 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=308836 If you’ve got a kiddo who’s gluten-free or celiac snack-time can be, well, a bit of a minefield. via GIPHY Because you want your kiddo to feel included and normal — but when they can’t eat the animal crackers being passed around playgroup … via GIPHY Not to mention that the same ol’ gluten-free snacks day in and day out can get pretty boring. via GIPHY So, to help you freshen up what’s in that spill-proof snack-cup, here are a whopping 75 gluten-free snacks for kids. (And, as always, double-check labels to make sure there’s no gluten in any of…

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]]> https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/12/75-gluten-free-snacks-for-kids/feed/ 1 308836 How Parenting Is Like Training a Dog https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/10/how-parenting-is-like-training-a-dog/ https://fitbottomedgirls.com/2018/10/how-parenting-is-like-training-a-dog/#comments Tue, 16 Oct 2018 11:01:44 +0000 https://fitbottomedgirls.com/?p=200433 Parenting, in some ways, can be compared to training a dog. via GIPHY (Before you judge me for comparing raising children to training an animal, know that the comparison comes from a good place in my heart. I love my children and I love animals, particularly dogs.) I used to be a dog trainer. Although it has been almost a decade since I’ve professionally trained a dog, I am grateful for the experience, because it’s sure come in handy with my children. Now that I’m responsible for two wild little humans, I’m noticing how training a dog could be as…

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